Antminer D9 vs Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh)
Side-by-side specs, profitability, and home mining comparison.
Specifications Comparison
| Antminer D9 | Specification | Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh) |
|---|---|---|
| 1,770.0 GH/s | Hashrate | 1.1 TH/s |
| 2,839 W | Power Consumption | 1,580 W |
| 1,604.0 J/TH | Efficiency | 1,398.2 J/TH |
| 75 dB | Noise Level | — |
| 16.1 kg | Weight | 6,100.0 kg |
| 9,687 BTU/hr | BTU Output | 5,391 BTU/hr |
| 36/100 | Home Mining Score | 28/100 |
| — | Release Year | — |
| X11 | Algorithm | Eaglesong |
| Bitmain | Manufacturer | Bitmain |
Profitability Comparison
Antminer D9
Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh)
Based on BTC price of $77,864 and current network difficulty as of May 16, 2026. Actual results vary.
Verdict
Our scoring model gives the nod to the Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh), which leads on 3 of 6 weighted factors (efficiency, power consumption, price-performance). The standout gap is 44% better power draw (2,839 vs 1,580 W) in the Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh)'s favour. The Antminer D9 holds the edge in hashrate and home mining score and noise level. The right pick still depends on your power cost and noise tolerance — the breakdowns above make that call concrete.
Spec Deltas
Here is every spec where the Antminer D9 and Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh) actually differ, with the gap quantified:
- Antminer D9 57% more hashrate (1.8 vs 1.1 TH/s)
- Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh) 44% better power draw (2,839 vs 1,580 W)
- Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh) 13% better efficiency (1,604 vs 1,398 J/TH)
- Antminer D9 100% better weight (16.1 vs 6,100.0 kg)
- Antminer D9 80% more heat output (9,687 vs 5,391 BTU/hr)
- Antminer D9 29% more home mining score (36.0 vs 28.0)
Cost & ROI Over Time
Sticker price versus what the miner actually earns back: the table below projects cumulative net profit at a $0.10/kWh electricity rate.
| Antminer D9 | Metric | Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh) |
|---|---|---|
| $3,000 | Upfront cost (MSRP) | $925 |
| -$6.75 | Daily net profit | -$3.75 |
| -$5,464 | Net after 1 year | -$2,294 |
| -$7,928 | Net after 2 years | -$3,664 |
| -$10,391 | Net after 3 years | -$5,033 |
| Does not pay back at current rates (negative daily profit) | Payback period | Does not pay back at current rates (negative daily profit) |
Projections assume continuous operation, a flat $0.10/kWh rate, and no hardware degradation, pool fees, or BTC price change. Real-world ROI varies.
Best For...
Best for Profitability
TieBoth miners produce similar daily profit.
Best for Home Mining
Antminer D9Score: 36/100. 75 dB noise level.
Best for Efficiency
Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh)1,398.2 J/TH — lower electricity cost per terahash.
Frequently Asked Questions
Antminer D9 vs Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh): which one earns more per day?
At the current BTC price and a $0.10/kWh electricity rate, the Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh) is more profitable at $-3.75/day compared to $-6.75/day for the Antminer D9. Profitability depends heavily on your electricity rate — use the selector above to calculate with your actual costs.
Which is quieter, the Antminer D9 or Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh)?
The Antminer D9 is quieter at 75 dB compared to the Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh) at 0 dB. For home mining, lower noise levels make a significant difference in livability.
For mining at home, should I pick the Antminer D9 or the Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh)?
The Antminer D9 scores 36/100 on our Home Mining Score (vs 28/100 for the Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh)). This composite score factors in noise, power requirements, heat output, size, and setup ease — all critical for residential mining.
How far apart are the Antminer D9 and Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh) on J/TH?
The Antminer D9 runs at 1,604.0 J/TH while the Bitmain Antminer K5 (1130Gh) runs at 1,398.2 J/TH — a difference of 205.7 J/TH. Lower efficiency means less electricity per terahash of mining power, directly reducing operating costs. In relative terms that is 13% better efficiency (1,604 vs 1,398 J/TH).